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    Septimus Heap, Book Six: Darke
    Septimus Heap, Book Six: Darke
    Septimus Heap, Book Six: Darke
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    Septimus Heap, Book Six: Darke

    Written by Angie Sage

    Narrated by Gerard Doyle

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    In the sixth book of the Magykal series, Alther Mella has been Banished, a Darke Domaine engulfs the Castle, and a Darke dragon is on the loose. Septimus Heap must use all of his skills to save the Castle and the Wizard Tower from destruction: He must enter the Darke. But he cannot do this alone. With the help of Jenna, Alther Mella, Marcellus Pye, and Septimus's estranged brother, Simon Heap, Septimus and Marcia Overstrand battle the spreading Darkenesse. Will Septimus succeed in protecting his Magykal world?

    Written with Angie Sage's characteristic humor, Septimus Heap, Book Six: Darke is a compelling fantasy adventure filled with surprises, thrills, and laugh-out-loud moments. Readers will revel in the action-packed story as they realize the wisdom of Magyk—that all things are meant to be part of a living whole.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherKatherine Tegen Books
    Release dateJun 7, 2011
    ISBN9780062067562
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    Angie Sage

    ANGIE SAGE was born in London and grew up in the Thames Valley, London, and Kent. She loves the sea, spooky old houses, and time traveling (the easy way, by reading history books). Angie has created many books for children, including the New York Times bestselling series Septimus Heap and Araminta Spookie. She lives in England. Visit her online at www.angiesage.com and on Twitter @AngieSageAuthor.

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    • 4/5
      I love all the Septimus Heap books and was so delighted to have the chance to spend some time in that world again. I'd been missing it since I read (or rather, listened to) all the previous books last summer. But this one went by entirely too quickly!

      Given that it's the sixth book, and Septimus (the seventh son of a seventh son) is poised to become the 777th ExtraOrdinary Wizard, I'm sure there's a seventh (and final) book in the making. But I'll be sad to see the world come to an end, although I understand a film version is in the works. I just hope they don't cast someone as Marcia who looks like the drawings I've seen on the Septimus Heap wiki, as that's not her at all!
    • 4/5
      Septimus is facing his biggest challenge yet in his quest to become the ExtraOrdinary Wizard - he has to fulfill his Darke week. And he has a specific goal in mind - save banished Alther. But light and dark have been out of balance for awhile - will Sepitmus succeed or fail? I love that it takes the efforts of Septimus' friends and family to help him in this task - and that there is redemption for Simon, who has left his Darke ways, but is able to help his brother because of his experiences.
    • 5/5
      A Darke Domaine has settled over the castle and is quickly heading over the castle grounds, destroying everything in it's path. The last thing standing in it's way is the Wizard Tower. In the sixth Septimus Heap book, Septimus must figure out a way to destroy the Darke Domaine and rescue Alther Miller from the Darke after Marcia accidentally banishes him.

      I look forward to every single Septimus Heap book. I love listening to them. I think that Angie Sage is a master wordsmith and I get giggles over her use of language. I highly recommend these books. Every time I listen to them, I find myself driving very slow on the way home wanting to get more of the book listened to before I have to turn it off. In addition, Gerard Doyle is an excellent narrator. (Of course, I'm sure it helps with my narration that I am seeing Gerard Butler in my head when I listen to these books).

      I'm just really glad that Angie Sage hasn't decided to stop these books at seven - I know that I'll have Septimus around for a while.
    • 4/5
      Note that I missed marking this one as read, so exact end-date is not accurate here. I think probably more than any other in this series, my daughter (7) has been re-reading it as we read the final book in the series. She’s not only said that Darke was her favorite in the series, but she’s also claimed it is now her favorite book!

      As for me, I felt like this definitely lived up to its name and was the most despair-inducing of the series. The central conflict was depressing in its mass death and destruction. (Although most of the death is only implied, I guess there is a sort of tally at the end.)

      All of this is probably to be expected from a penultimate novel, but as with the others in the series, a satisfying conclusion was still given. And while there were plenty of loose ends left for book 7, the definitely satisfying ending was and is one of my favorite aspects of this author’s well-honed craft.
    • 4/5
      I would have to say this started off my least favorite book of the series so far. It seemed like all of the main characters of the story turned into crabby brats but as the story progressed they started becoming more tolerable. I really liked how they added the renewed importance of family and how everyone seemed to work together in the end. I look forward to the last book in the series.
    • 5/5
      sage couldn't have come up with a better ending even though she forgot to mention a few things like the rejuvenation of the dragon boat and the creation of the ice tunnels,and the reason behind it.since it is the last book of the series,things don't seem well when some serious things like these remain as question marks.
      apart from that the evolution of characters like simon and jenna and beetle were shown amazingly, on the other hand marcia according to me needed more maturity atleast at the end of last book.Marcellus on the other hand always maintained his mysterious 500 year old alchemist image and i am satisfied with it.
      expected a little more adventure int he dark halls.
    • 3/5
      The sixth in the series of Septimus Heap, Seventh Son of a Seventh Son & Apprentice to the Extra Ordinary Wizard.

      The Darke has taken over the castle....and the Wizards are locked safely in the Wizards' Tower.... Septimus, Princess Jenna (who has inadvertently become a Witch), Simon, their mother Sarah, Lucy & Marcellus Pye have escaped the Darke. Together they are intent on defeating the Darke and restoring life back to what it once was.

      Although I liked most of the book...all the myriad of minute nit picky descriptive details Bored the Heck Out of Me..... I was close to putting down the book about 5/8ths of the way through.... but I managed to finish, just barley, which is why I only gave it 3 ?s.
    • 4/5
      I think this is one of the better books in the series. I like how one scene definitely ends and then you move on to something else. I also appreciated the end notes of what happened to everyone. It tied up all the loose ends quite nicely.
    • 4/5
      I picked up a YA book long ago in B.Dalton, and uncovered a world of magik. This series gave me something to look forward to after Harry Potter ended, and delved more into the fantasy realm. I have faithfully purchased each installment, and could not put them down.

      Although this is not the BEST edition, fans of the series will appreciate carrying on with beloved characters Septimus, Beetle, and Jenna. The story this time around truly focuses on the Darke, but certainly not terrifying. A book for all ages, and hopefully it doesn't end here.
    • 5/5
      My favorite of the series so far! Very exciting, but without sacrificing the humor that is the series' chief asset. The witches are, for the first time, menacing in the right way, playing a role in the plot that is as much plot as it is darkly comic relief.
    • 5/5
      It didn't take me long to read this last book in the series because I couldn't wait to find out how it would end. Most of the characters come back and have a hand in this adventure. It all starts when something that could have been solved quickly if only looked at turns into a catastrophe that almost takes over the Castle for good.
    • 5/5
      boo. it's finished. it was great reading the whole series. i hope more books come out..
    • 4/5
      6th to 8th grade. Angie Sage thrills fans and delivers the next novel of her fantasy Septimus Heap series, Septimus Heap, Book 6: Darke. In it, Septimus Heap, Apprentice to the ExtraOrdinary Wizard, and Princess Jenna along with their family and friends quest to stop a spreading Darke Domaine in the Castle. In the process, characters continue to sort through their estrangements and affections with one another, and it all comes out well for fans in the end. The plot gallops along as usual with adventure and humor, and though there are plenty of close calls, Septimus yet again saves all through exciting means. The general plot and its tearing speed does resemble the other Septimus Heap books. But this will bother their strong fan base not a bit. In fact they'll probably enjoy the comfortable pattern. Mark Zug does the cover illustration and once again makes it look like the ancient Magykal book referred to in the novel. He also penciled the character illustrations at the chapter's openings, using a fantastical, realistic style that suggests adventure and humor. This book is highly recommended for public and school library collections and especially if they have the first 5 books. Angie Sage's well-constructed fantasy series continues strongly with Darke.
    • 5/5
      Being the sixth book in the Septimus Heap series, Darke is still satisfying and fun. This time Merrin is the main antagonist as he creates a Darke Domain which threatens to take over the castle and the wizard tower. It is up to Septimus, Jenna, Beetle, Nicko, Marcia, Marcelluss, Spit Fyre, and even Simon Heap to all work together to stop Merrin and his Darke Domain. Can they all work together in time to stop this encroaching darkness?
    • 5/5
      After having been a bit disappointed in Syren, I'm glad to say that I thought Darke was one of the best yet. It took me less than 24 hours to finish the whole book. I started in the afternoon, forewent television in the evening to listen and finished it the next day. The story was intriguing and well written, with lots of twists and turns that came together nicely in the end without being too convenient or contrived. Many of the old characters returned and new ones were introduced. A couple of the story lines took unexpectedly realistic paths without being disappointing as they were handled well. Sage moves on in Darke to reflect the ages of her characters instead of arresting their development as some might be tempted to do, but keeps enough of the surroundings intact to lend the books a sort of homey feel to them. She also obviously loves language and uses it to the fullest advantage and in keeping with "time" and feel of her books. Superb vocabulary, wonderful characters and a great story. Loved this one and can't wait for more!